Jonathan Sibbring, BACP

Jonathan Sibbring offers therapy rooted in client-centred work and emotionally-focused methods. He presents a calm, respectful approach and focuses on helping people find clearer ways forward when life feels overwhelming.

Jonathan has 15 years of experience working in the UK. He has worked in the NHS and in independent practice, and also works as a guest lecturer at a UK university. He supports people dealing with depression, grief and relationship concerns among other issues.

In sessions he listens first and follows the person’s lead. He believes people are the experts in their own lives and builds on existing strengths to tackle difficult patterns. This means practical conversation and reflection, not lectures or jargon.

Jonathan also helps with stress, anxiety and the strain that comes from caring roles and burnout. He works with topics such as sexuality, LGBT-related concerns, bereavement, and the effects of serious illness or past trauma.

People who choose him can expect a down-to-earth style, a steady presence and an emphasis on small, achievable changes. He encourages open discussion about goals and what a helpful session looks like. To begin, readers are asked to use the site process to match and schedule a first meeting.

Client-centred and emotionally-focused work online

Jonathan uses client-centred therapy and emotionally-focused therapy as the basis for sessions. Client-centred therapy means the counsellor follows the person’s lead, listens carefully and helps the person find their own answers. This approach suits people who want a supportive space to reflect and build on strengths.

Emotionally-focused therapy (EFT) helps people understand and shift patterns in how they experience and express emotions. EFT is useful for addressing strong feelings linked to loss, relationship strain or identity concerns and helps people find new ways of responding to difficult moments.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will talk about goals, try out approaches and adjust methods to match what the person needs. This is a collaborative process that aims to make sessions feel useful and practical.

Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as specific options are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around busy schedules, reduce travel time and allow check-ins from different locations. It can also allow shorter check-ins on a day when a quick support conversation is needed, or longer sessions when more time is helpful.